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Tax revolt erupts in New Bedford over property revaluations
Disc jockey Cuzzin Dave Williford sparked a four hour protest when he told listeners to visit City Hall over steep property tax increases. About 4,000 demonstrators surged through downtown, scaling scaffolding and even signaling from the mayor’s Cadillac. Police made two arrests. Mayor Markey urged safety and defended services while promising to address tax concerns.
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